Occupational Therapist + Sign-on Bonus

Interim HealthCare of Northern Illinois; Rockford Township (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mileage reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

EMR access

Job summary

Interim HealthCare is hiring a Home Health Occupational Therapist to work in Rockford, IL and surrounding areas. You will deliver individualized therapy at patients' homes, aiming to restore independence and improve daily living activities.

The role involves collaborating with a home health team, documenting progress, and prioritizing patient safety. A current IL OT license and CPR certification are required, with at least 1 year of home health experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Illinois.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and good clinical judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients at home who cannot perform daily tasks.
• Work with a home health team (RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT, SLP) to support care plans.
• Assess patients, set goals, and document progress.
• Assist patients with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Recommend adaptive equipment (grab bars, shower chairs) as needed.
• Assess fall risks and implement home safety strategies.
• Educate patients and families about plan of care, exercises, goals, and self-care.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clinical judgement

Self-motivation

CPR certification

EMR familiarity

Education

OT degree

Illinois OT license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Healthin Rockford, IL and surrounding areasEmbark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:$80,000 - $95,000/year$5,000 Sign-on Bonus!Plus mileage reimbursement and BONUS opportunities every pay period1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomesClinician Friendly EMR!Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balanceOnline training, growth and ability to earn CEUsTuition discounts through Rasmussen UniversityPTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision & 401(k) BenefitsAs a Home Health Occupational Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injuryWork as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goalsAssess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progressAssist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordinationSuggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added supportAssess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safetyEducate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-careA few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapists:Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in IllinoisMinimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcareCPR certificationKnowledge of state and federal home health regulationsGood clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionateWhy Work for Interim HealthCare?Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Occupational Therapists (OTs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of OTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.